LeMar Industries Maintenance Technician

Position: LeMar Industries Maintenance Technician I
Job Title

Business Unit

Department

Reports To

Maintenance Technician 1

CTB Midwest - Le Mar

Maintenance

Maintenance Supervisor

BU Location

BU Acceptance

Approved By:

Date Approved

Des Moines, IA

N. Kiederlen

M. St. John

1 January 2024

Overall

Purpose:

Why the Job Exists &

What You Will Do:

As a Maintenance Technician you will be responsible for insuring the smooth operation of the machinery and mechanical equipment in the Des Moines facility. This will includeperforming preventative maintenance and learning to troubleshoot equipment breakdowns.

Essential Job Functions &Expected Outcomes:
Your Accountabilities in the Role

* Maintenance

* Ability to work overtime hours as needed on breakdowns and project work. Unscheduled and unconventionalhours required.

* Monitor and maintain area 5S safety requirements.

* Ability to complete basic preventative maintenance like: greasing bearings, replacing saw blades, maintaining oil levels, etc.

* Ability to work on either electrical or mechanical issues as they arise within the facility. Aptitude and driveto learn to work on both electrical and mechanical issues.

* Ability to work autonomously on projects related to the basic building and grounds maintenance. This includes but is not limited to a snow removal, trimming of trees/shrubs, hanging/installing office equipment.

* Strong ability to prioritizing work in a fast-paced environment.

* Ability to assist in the disassemble and reassemble machinery and equipment.

* Must be able to complete all physical requirements.

* Safety

* Responsible for maintaining a high safety standard throughout the plant (preventative and predictive maintenance, repairs, and improvements)

* Responsible to follow and execute plant safety programs (lockout/tagout, etc)

* Responsible to followall plant safety programs, more specifically lockout/tagout, safety walks, laser safety,Arc Flash safety, etc. as they are applicable to daily maintenance duties.

The job criteria may include other duties,responsibilities and activities, which may changeor be assigned at any item withor without notice.

Position Requirements :

* Education:

None required, 2 year technical degree is preferred.

* Experience:

None required, 1-2 years is preferred. Must have electrical or mechanical background and able to demonstrate a working knowledge of the field.

* Certification(s):
Ability to obtain and maintain forklift, overhead crane and additionallicenses as required.

* Functional

Skills:

Ability to read blueprints, ability to read and interpret drawings related to electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and schematic prints and drawings. Ability to operate overhead crane and forklift. Good knowledge of safe rigging principles.

* Technology Aptitude/

Skills:

Read write and do basic math. Must have knowledge of safety regulations and procedures. Must have either electricalor mechanical aptitude. Ability to utilize the Microsoft Suite and applicable maintenance software.

* Language

Skills:

Ability to read, write,and communicate in English.

* Leadership/Behaviors:
Strategic, collaborative, inclusive, creative, innovative, customer focused and passionate;
Excellent interpersonal, networking, and "team building" skills with strong organizational and motivationalability.

* Culture Match Behaviors:
Ethical and respectful, open communication, can initiate dialog to help find solutions, team player, can-do attitude, can respectfully share information to help develop and adhere to best practices.

Core Values that Apply to All Positions:

* Integrity in all things

* Customers are why we exist

* Profitability is a must

* Excellence in all we do

* People make the difference

Direct and Indirect Reports

* Direct Reports - None

* Indirect Reports - None

Physical Requirements to Perform

Essential Functions:

* Ability to occasionally lift and carry 30 to 50 lbs

* Ability to work up to 12 hour shifts

* Ability to operate hand and power tools

* Ability to remain calm and act responsibly during emergencies

* Ability to lift and manipulate heavy equipment

* Ability to work around grease,oil, dirt, fumes, and in hot or cold environments

* Ability to work in awkward positions such as bending, twisting, and kneeling

* Ability to walkor stand up to 75% of the workday

* Ability to climb ladders and work at heights

* Frequent bending, twisting, squatting, grasping, reaching/stretching, walking/standing

Environmental Conditions & Travel:

* The employee is primarily exposed to a manufacturing environment and is required to wear suitable Personal Protective Equipment.

* PPE required (such as longpants and shirts,steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, hard hat, harness, hearing protection, gloves, welding PPE, arc flash PPE, air respirator)

* Works in manufacturing environment that can be hot, noisy, oily/grease and dusty at times.

* Must be able to work in outside weather conditions (hot and humid in the summer and very cold in the winter)

* Working on wet surfaces (preventative maintenance in wash bay)

* Must work at heights at times with fall protection

* Must be willing to work in tight…